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Where Are We Now? Reflections from the Past Year Will government Local, State, Federal work together for the good of their constituents or will they continue to fight amongst themselves? Sadly, we’ve seen no change. Will the Naples Pier ever be whole again? A ribbon cutting was held on January 5. It

A Naples Icon: PAST and FUTURE by Tim L. Tetzlaff

by Tim L. Tetzlaff, Director of Conservation, Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens You’ve seen it happen. You’ve done it yourself. A moment that has to be remembered. Everyone clusters together. Children are lifted onto shoulders and others maneuvered in front of the lens. A stranger is enlisted to help

Warning from Sheriff Kevin Rambosk – Don’t Fall for Romance Scams

Your new love interest asked for money urgently or to “invest” it. Say no. It’s a romance scam. Never send money or gifts to a sweetheart you haven’t met in person. If you suspect a romance scam, stop communicating with the person immediately. Valentine’s Day comes once a year, but romance scammers

90 Years of Wonder: A Community Comes Together

For one unforgettable weekend, the Wonder Gardens did more than mark a milestone— it reminded Southwest Florida why this beloved landmark has endured for nine decades, while hundreds of Florida’s historic attractions have faded, and why its future matters now more than ever. The 90th anniversary cel